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Title: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Thu, 21 February 2013, 23:47:46
I finally tried Cherry ML today for the first time, I gotta say I kind of like it.  Just wondering why it's not popular amongst geekhack?

It felt like Topre Short Throw but without the cushioned bottom out.  Like it's a poor man's Topre Short Throw but for the price I still think it's nice  :)

I'm thinking to get one later when it's back in stock, seems to be out of stock everywhere.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: calavera on Thu, 21 February 2013, 23:52:16
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USBPS2-Grey-G844100-/380553840843

knock yourself out.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: reaper on Thu, 21 February 2013, 23:54:29

Just wondering why it's not popular amongst geekhack?

On the contrary, if you do a search on some old posts or been here long enough, you'll see that it is quite a popular switch.  Perhaps just not that many people have a chance to try it out.  I love mine so I bought 2!  lol

Here's one of them next to a Ducky.

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/DSC04895.jpg)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Michael on Thu, 21 February 2013, 23:55:54
It's a nice to have for portability. If you lube them, they are pretty much perfect.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 21 February 2013, 23:57:09
I heard they suck... that's probably why..
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheSoulhunter on Fri, 22 February 2013, 00:26:55
- Short travel -> Bottoming out
- Just one variant (light tactile)
- Not many keyboard available
- PCB mount only
- No "custom" key-caps available
- Hitting em off-center can cause sticking
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: RougeR on Fri, 22 February 2013, 02:21:00
i got my first keyboard with them recently, i quite like them to (cherry d mini)
feels a bit like a short travel mx black to me.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Michael on Fri, 22 February 2013, 03:46:34
- Short travel -> Bottoming out
- Just one variant (light tactile)
- Not many keyboard available
- PCB mount only
- No "custom" key-caps available
- Hitting em off-center can cause sticking

Signature Plastics makes keycaps for ML switches.

Small amounts of lube makes this board immensely better. Less scratchy, no sticking.

These are just essentially short-throw MX browns.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Fri, 22 February 2013, 04:31:29
What's the closest comparison to mx switches? MX blues with 55g spring and thick hard O-rings to reduce travel distance?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: SmallFry on Fri, 22 February 2013, 08:04:07
I want to make a HHML. The perfect travel board. How does one open a ln ML switch, BroCaps? I was interested in buying one to lube, but heard they are a PITA to get open and closed.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheSoulhunter on Fri, 22 February 2013, 09:33:18
- Short travel -> Bottoming out
- Just one variant (light tactile)
- Not many keyboard available
- PCB mount only
- No "custom" key-caps available
- Hitting em off-center can cause sticking

Signature Plastics makes keycaps for ML switches.

Small amounts of lube makes this board immensely better. Less scratchy, no sticking.

These are just essentially short-throw MX browns.

Ok, have to give the lubing a try...
But where are the ML BroCaps? ;P
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: nullstring on Fri, 22 February 2013, 10:42:05
So, are these better or worse than scissor switches?

For the $16, seems like you could buy one or two as spares.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: dante on Fri, 22 February 2013, 10:44:27
How about going in an opposite direction - has anyone made a fullsize ML board with ANSI layout?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Michael on Fri, 22 February 2013, 10:51:03
But where are the ML BroCaps? ;P


No.  :P
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: SmallFry on Fri, 22 February 2013, 10:51:46
How about going in an opposite direction - has anyone made a fullsize ML board with ANSI layout?
That could be interesting too.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Fri, 22 February 2013, 11:08:24
This is a video of Cherry ML's, not exactly the same one as the one in the Ebay link, but similar....


It actually does sound like a poor man's Topre.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Fri, 22 February 2013, 13:21:16
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USBPS2-Grey-G844100-/380553840843

knock yourself out.

Cool $15 and free shipping?  How did you find this?  This is crazy lolllll.  I'm gonna give it a shot  :D

Thanks for the link !!!

This is a video of Cherry ML's, not exactly the same one as the one in the Ebay link, but similar....


It actually does sound like a poor man's Topre.

lol yeah it's more noticeable because I actually tried Short Throw Topre side by side with this one at the Matias tour yesterday.  It felt pretty similar except the bottom out.  I'll probably try lubing when I get it too !
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: sth on Fri, 22 February 2013, 13:38:02

But where are the ML BroCaps? ;P

hey that was MY idea.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Fri, 22 February 2013, 13:59:44
On the contrary, if you do a search on some old posts or been here long enough, you'll see that it is quite a popular switch.  Perhaps just not that many people have a chance to try it out.  I love mine so I bought 2!  lol

Here's one of them next to a Ducky.

Show Image
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/DSC04895.jpg)


lol oh forgot to mention, I actually have been around for a while that's sorta why I'm wondering there's no love for Cherry MY switch.  A lot of the comments I read doesn't seem to favour it.

But I think I'm gonna give it a shot, and nice desk setup reaper !!!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: sth on Fri, 22 February 2013, 14:07:30
oh and hyde i dont know if it would be worth it but i have at least one ML board i'd be willing to sell you. shipping to canada would probably be around 20-30 though.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: eth0s on Fri, 22 February 2013, 14:18:06
Well I love the ML switches.

Here is my G84-4101SPAUS:

(http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o580/eth0sz/keyboardpics2-20-13008.jpg)

Bro Caps is right about the lube.  IMO, ML switches really do need lube, whereas, MX really do not (although it certainly doesn't hurt).
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: calavera on Fri, 22 February 2013, 14:52:24
Do you have a pic of where to lube?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: reaper on Fri, 22 February 2013, 15:02:16
But I think I'm gonna give it a shot, and nice desk setup reaper !!!


Thanks and when I said been around for a while I meant back in '09, '10, etc.  :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: sth on Fri, 22 February 2013, 15:12:02
Well I love the ML switches.

Here is my G84-4101SPAUS:

Show Image
(http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o580/eth0sz/keyboardpics2-20-13008.jpg)


Bro Caps is right about the lube.  IMO, ML switches really do need lube, whereas, MX really do not (although is certainly doesn't hurt).
nice, i haven't seen a lot of lighter colored spaus. mine's black on grey.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: lazerpointer on Fri, 22 February 2013, 15:24:10
So if I get this board and lube it, does that require removal of the switches from the PCB? Curious about the feel of these "lubed short-throw cherry browns" but don't wanna get into soldering and all that. Can you just dab it (silicon grease) in there with a q-tip?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Michael on Fri, 22 February 2013, 15:27:05
So if I get this board and lube it, does that require removal of the switches from the PCB? Curious about the feel of these "lubed short-throw cherry browns" but don't wanna get into soldering and all that. Can you just dab it (silicon grease) in there with a q-tip?

Desoldering is not required to pop off the switch tops:

(http://www.conrad-uk.com/medias/global/ce/7000_7999/7000/7060/7062/706297_BB_00_FB.EPS_1000.jpg)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: lazerpointer on Fri, 22 February 2013, 15:31:55
Sweet. Sounds like a deal for me.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: nar on Fri, 22 February 2013, 16:11:33
If I had to compare it to a MX, it feels like a Ergo Clear that has most of the travel before the actuation point cut off. Also I believe there are full size Cherry ML keyboards, but those ones are harder to find.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Fri, 22 February 2013, 16:22:11
oh and hyde i dont know if it would be worth it but i have at least one ML board i'd be willing to sell you. shipping to canada would probably be around 20-30 though.

Thanks dude I'll keep that in mind.  I realize the ebay link posted only ship to the states.  However Halverson said he got his for $16 (He also lives in Canada) so I'll ask him to see what's up then get back to you  :P
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Halverson on Fri, 22 February 2013, 16:27:30
oh and hyde i dont know if it would be worth it but i have at least one ML board i'd be willing to sell you. shipping to canada would probably be around 20-30 though.

Thanks dude I'll keep that in mind.  I realize the ebay link posted only ship to the states.  However Halverson said he got his for $16 (He also lives in Canada) so I'll ask him to see what's up then get back to you  :P

I just replied, I used a friend as a proxy who has multiple things for me. So shipping will be more, but for multiple things!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: metalliqaz on Fri, 22 February 2013, 16:31:46
I have two ML boards.  I think they are terrible.  No surprise to me that they don't get any love.  They have shorter travel then MX, they aren't nearly as smooth, and they don't have the flexibility for tactility/clicky/weight.  I think they are workable but I can't see enthusiasts getting behind them.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Fri, 22 February 2013, 16:37:52
I just replied, I used a friend as a proxy who has multiple things for me. So shipping will be more, but for multiple things!

lol ahhhhh I think I'll use chaumeow's friend as proxy then  :P

I have two ML boards.  I think they are terrible.  No surprise to me that they don't get any love.  They have shorter travel then MX, they aren't nearly as smooth, and they don't have the flexibility for tactility/clicky/weight.  I think they are workable but I can't see enthusiasts getting behind them.

Maybe I like linear switch so they don't feel too bad for me haha.  Though so far this MY switch seems to be very love and hate type switch.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Demofly on Fri, 22 February 2013, 17:11:24
Is there an inexpensive ML switch keyboard with a normal layout?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 22 February 2013, 17:37:33
- Short travel -> Bottoming out
- Just one variant (light tactile)
- Not many keyboard available
- PCB mount only
- No "custom" key-caps available
- Hitting em off-center can cause sticking

Just typing on mine (got it almost for free some time ago):

Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Fri, 22 February 2013, 19:33:16
We like spend da monay.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Findecanor on Fri, 22 February 2013, 19:44:09
- stiff
- scratchy
- short throw
- not contoured kb (G84)
- kb (G84) has ugly layout
- kb (G84) has keys too small
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Fri, 22 February 2013, 23:24:26
lol ok I ordered anyway, can't go wrong with $16 really.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: poxeclipse on Sat, 23 February 2013, 10:11:01
I used the G84-4100 for 10 years, maybe more. They had printed legends and after a while they started to fade out. Then I got some with laser etched keycaps, which are very nice. You can find sublimated caps, last year were lots of them on eBay. I have now 6 of them, but didn't use them in the last year, after I switched to Cherry and model f. I think that lubrication does increase the quality of typing, I might do it to see how it feels.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: jdcarpe on Sat, 23 February 2013, 10:36:33
Cherry MY feels to me exactly as someone once put it: "typing on wet newspapers." Yuck.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: uzoc on Sat, 23 February 2013, 10:59:18
I used the G84-4100 for 10 years, maybe more. They had printed legends and after a while they started to fade out. Then I got some with laser etched keycaps, which are very nice. You can find sublimated caps, last year were lots of them on eBay. I have now 6 of them, but didn't use them in the last year, after I switched to Cherry and model f. I think that lubrication does increase the quality of typing, I might do it to see how it feels.

Where to get the keycaps, any tips, search terms, models?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: dante on Sat, 23 February 2013, 11:03:19
Cherry MY feels to me exactly as someone once put it: "typing on wet newspapers." Yuck.

In the history of Geekhack/Deskthority - has there been a member who liked MY's?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sat, 23 February 2013, 13:12:33
I just ordered this too, seriously can't go wrong with that low price.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sat, 23 February 2013, 13:23:02
Oh, and I just found this online...Cherry ML with a different layout

http://www.touchwindow.com/c/CherryG84-4400SmallKeyboards.html

(http://www.touchwindow.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/cherry/G84-4420LUBEU-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: eth0s on Sat, 23 February 2013, 14:15:28
Cherry MY feels to me exactly as someone once put it: "typing on wet newspapers." Yuck.

In the history of Geekhack/Deskthority - has there been a member who liked MY's?

Why we talking about MY switch in a thread about ML? 

ML is a totally different switch.  It is it's own thing.  It feels different than MX and MY.  It's another switch to try, but unlike MY, ML doesn't suck.  Is it as good as MX?  I dunno, but it's certainly different.  And a lubed ML is very nice.  Some people will like the short throw, some will not.  Different does not mean better, it means different. 

Now, as for the G84-4400, it has a trackball, so you don't need a mouse, which can be a huge deal, when you need to have a keyboard, but have no room for a mouse.  But for some crazy reason, Cherry did not put any height-adjustable feet on the bottom, so it lays flat only. 

The G84 series (i.e., ML keyboard series) was designed to be used in places with very limited space for a keyboard, like rack mounted servers, reception areas, doctor's offices, factories, auto garages, etc.  And IMO are still some of the best space-saver layouts of any keyboard.  You get a full set of keys in a very compact space (with limited need to use the function layer).  Once you get used to typing on it (like after about 20-30 minutes) it really works great, and the short throw is awesome.  However, the feel of the keys can be a bit stiff, and even gritty, or downright sticky at the top of the keystroke, hence the need for the lube.  Is this the perfect keyboard for a keyboard n00b?  No.   However, any serious keyboard collector should own at least one ML switch keyboard, IMO.  Contrary to what was said above, this is exactly the kind of keyboard that a true keyboard enthusiast should be interested in.  It has everything a keyboard aficionado should want:  ML switch, compact form factor with limited function layer, interesting look, flat keycaps, optional Lasered POM or Dye Sub PBT keycaps, and above all else, very affordable prices.  I wouldn't recommend this as your daily driver keyboard however, unless you have very limited space, or unless you need to carry your keyboard from place to place, in which case a G84-4101, or better still a G84-4400, might be perfect for you.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Sat, 23 February 2013, 15:22:03
They are POS keyboards. They are meant for cash registers or public computers.  Being tied down. 


There was one in the local khol's(clothing store)  for rewards or employment or something.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: metalliqaz on Sat, 23 February 2013, 16:32:38
I have the equivalent of the 4400 on my rack-mount KVM and I can tell you that the trackball is 100% ****.  If you get it don't expect to use it.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: uzoc on Sat, 23 February 2013, 17:06:47
I have the equivalent of the 4400 on my rack-mount KVM and I can tell you that the trackball is 100% ****.  If you get it don't expect to use it.

Yeah, same as my old job... I'm pretty sure they are using old mechanical (wheels and cogs) on that trackball, and being upside down (gunk nightmare). No LED/Laser for you!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Tarzan on Sat, 23 February 2013, 19:58:33
I was out scrounging my local (greater-DC area) used computer sources, and found a ML4400.  Lady let me have it for $2, as it's missing the right directional key.  It is... different to type on it.  Feel a lot nicer than a rubber dome keyboard, quite tactile, but I don't know if I like the short key throw, and the idiosyncratic layout.  I tried the trackball, but apart from some light typing, I can't see using it for very long, missing my mouse already.

I might try the lube option and see if that improves the feel.  I ordered one of the white ones from the Ebay store, it should be here next week, maybe the non-trackball layout is more workable.

Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: poxeclipse on Sat, 23 February 2013, 22:09:04
I used the G84-4100 for 10 years, maybe more. They had printed legends and after a while they started to fade out. Then I got some with laser etched keycaps, which are very nice. You can find sublimated caps, last year were lots of them on eBay. I have now 6 of them, but didn't use them in the last year, after I switched to Cherry and model f. I think that lubrication does increase the quality of typing, I might do it to see how it feels.

Where to get the keycaps, any tips, search terms, models?
It seems to be very hard to find keycaps for ML. Signature Plastics might have some, but they were too expensive, iirc. In the end, I preferred  to buy a new keyboard with laser etched caps, which were very resistant, compared to the printed ones.
There are other keyboards which use ML switches, and they could be used as donors, e.g. https://plus.google.com/photos/113845661925823397356/albums/5600865859261069921?banner=pwa&sqi&sqsi.
I saw a laptop with ML switches, but I don't recall what model was.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: uzoc on Sat, 23 February 2013, 22:16:30
I used the G84-4100 for 10 years, maybe more. They had printed legends and after a while they started to fade out. Then I got some with laser etched keycaps, which are very nice. You can find sublimated caps, last year were lots of them on eBay. I have now 6 of them, but didn't use them in the last year, after I switched to Cherry and model f. I think that lubrication does increase the quality of typing, I might do it to see how it feels.

Where to get the keycaps, any tips, search terms, models?
It seems to be very hard to find keycaps for ML. Signature Plastics might have some, but they were too expensive, iirc. In the end, I preferred  to buy a new keyboard with laser etched caps, which were very resistant, compared to the printed ones.
There are other keyboards which use ML switches, and they could be used as donors, e.g. https://plus.google.com/photos/113845661925823397356/albums/5600865859261069921?banner=pwa&sqi&sqsi.
I saw a laptop with ML switches, but I don't recall what model was.

Ok, thanks.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: daerid on Sun, 24 February 2013, 00:29:42
$16? Can't pass that up! Never tried ML, this should be interesting. Thanks for the link!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: clakdale661 on Sun, 24 February 2013, 00:54:19
Hey so that ebay link is a decent keyboard to try out ML switches? Is the keyboard any good? When I see $15 price, it reminds me of shhitty rubber domes. I'm must about over the price shock of $100+ mx keyboards.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: jabar on Sun, 24 February 2013, 00:58:28
Hey so that ebay link is a decent keyboard to try out ML switches? Is the keyboard any good? When I see $15 price, it reminds me of shhitty rubber domes. I'm must about over the price shock of $100+ mx keyboards.
The same keyboard lists in the $60-70 range.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: metalliqaz on Sun, 24 February 2013, 08:59:40
They are better than rubber dome but one thing you may not realize is that they are a 9/10ths keyboard.  The layout is compact, but in addition the keys are smaller than usual and are therefore smooshed closer together.  It feels very cramped at first.  Similar to Netbooks.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Sun, 24 February 2013, 19:44:00
Hey so that ebay link is a decent keyboard to try out ML switches? Is the keyboard any good? When I see $15 price, it reminds me of shhitty rubber domes. I'm must about over the price shock of $100+ mx keyboards.
The same keyboard lists in the $60-70 range.

Yeah I was gonna say, $16 is a really good deal.  I've even seen some go up to $100 on ebay.


EDIT:  LOL just saw this video on youtube almost died laughing.

Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 26 February 2013, 23:10:31
They are better than rubber dome but one thing you may not realize is that they are a 9/10ths keyboard.  The layout is compact, but in addition the keys are smaller than usual and are therefore smooshed closer together.  It feels very cramped at first.  Similar to Netbooks.

No, they aren't. Just measured it—most keys are more or less the same size as Cherry DS on my choc mini.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Kmynis on Wed, 27 February 2013, 02:05:10
The buttons are smaller only on the bottom row. But there is something weird about typing on that board. I can't type a sentence without misclicking something on the right side of the board. The ML switch doesn't seem to be good for long typing as well. It seems that you need to hit them with 90 degrees angle precisely, otherwise it will scrath or even get stuck. The only situation where I imagine myself using this, would be some working environment where you need to type several words or numbers and keep going with your own business.
This board is not what a typical enthusiast is looking for. It has a very specific area of use and this board sucks everywhere outside it. I'm not bashing it as a product, but if you're looking for the feel and comfort, you gotta skip the ML.

Haha that video. If you're not allowing a doctor to show off his terrible handwriting, at least make him mistype a lot.
 
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: RougeR on Thu, 28 February 2013, 07:49:19
well i liked it..and i really did not think i would, got 2 of them for cheap on ebay, maybe i got a good one idk. i think they are a mix between low travel mx blacks/clears. also if anyone is interested i am looking at putting in a metal backplate and doing a sort of bolt mod to improve sturdyness and typing feel
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 28 February 2013, 08:01:33
well i liked it..and i really did not think i would, got 2 of them for cheap on ebay, maybe i got a good one idk. i think they are a mix between low travel mx blacks/clears. also if anyone is interested i am looking at putting in a metal backplate and doing a sort of bolt mod to improve sturdyness and typing feel

RougeR, can you document your process? I'd definitely be interested in this mod.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Tarzan on Thu, 28 February 2013, 08:22:34
well i liked it..and i really did not think i would, got 2 of them for cheap on ebay, maybe i got a good one idk. i think they are a mix between low travel mx blacks/clears. also if anyone is interested i am looking at putting in a metal backplate and doing a sort of bolt mod to improve sturdyness and typing feel

RougeR;

Please copy me as well on any mods you try, I actually like the smaller format for this board, and I think it could be made substantially better with a few tweaks.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Thu, 28 February 2013, 15:13:08
lol that mod would be sweet.  Though if anyone can make video about how to lube the switches that would be awesome too  :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: RougeR on Thu, 28 February 2013, 17:55:24
Copy you how?
And yes i think a few treaks would vastly improve it
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:01:54
Copy you how?
And yes i think a few treaks would vastly improve it

I think he meant send them a copy if you plan to document the process so they can do it too  :P
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: RougeR on Fri, 01 March 2013, 04:44:58
ahhh yes okay, think makes sense now. or it could be. 10 4 copy me RougeR, RougeR do you copy?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: RougeR on Fri, 01 March 2013, 04:46:00
and yes i will document it, going to get a plan together then put up a thread
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Tarzan on Fri, 01 March 2013, 09:17:00
and yes i will document it, going to get a plan together then put up a thread

Let me know if you need any donor boards.  I have one of the black ML boards with the integrated trackball (G84-4420LPBEU-2, I think) that you can use for practice, I should be getting the space-saver version in the mail any day now.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: jdcarpe on Fri, 01 March 2013, 09:31:36
That eBay seller is probably wondering why they had an influx of orders all at one time. :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Fri, 01 March 2013, 17:57:57
That eBay seller is probably wondering why they had an influx of orders all at one time. :)

LOL I know eh I ordered 2.  I wonder how they get to sell it so cheap though, hopefully they're still making money so they'll keep this up.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Sat, 02 March 2013, 03:09:31
Did anyone get this from that guy yet? I ordered one just to try out, haven't gotten it yet.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: ValerieV on Sat, 02 March 2013, 03:58:13
I don't know which specific person you are talking about but i just got mine about a week ago from Ebay brand new and i love it. It isn't as great as my HHKB but for the price I got it for it is one of the best mini keyboards out there. I think the few complaints i have is that the delete key is small so it takes some getting used to and the keys do feel like there is some friction there. Some people mentioned putting lube on them but i don't think i will. I am afraid i will mess up the keyboard.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 02 March 2013, 08:59:04
Did anyone get this from that guy yet? I ordered one just to try out, haven't gotten it yet.

I got mine like 3 days after I ordered it. Of course, the seller was only 2 hours north of me.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: ValerieV on Sat, 02 March 2013, 13:05:26
I got mine about 3 days as well. Bought it brand new and i love it!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Sat, 02 March 2013, 17:09:43
My US friend got it yesterday.  So I should have it up in Canada in another week  >___>

Took about 5 days but she lives in the west coast so maybe that's why it took longer.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: zoolzoo on Sun, 03 March 2013, 15:38:49
So if I get this board and lube it, does that require removal of the switches from the PCB? Curious about the feel of these "lubed short-throw cherry browns" but don't wanna get into soldering and all that. Can you just dab it (silicon grease) in there with a q-tip?

Desoldering is not required to pop off the switch tops:

Show Image
(http://www.conrad-uk.com/medias/global/ce/7000_7999/7000/7060/7062/706297_BB_00_FB.EPS_1000.jpg)


Where exactly should grease be applied?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Sun, 03 March 2013, 17:46:55
I'm no expert in this but I'm guessing the skinnier area (top middle) is the "slider" and the fatter area (bottom square) are the housing.  So I'd assume you just lube the exposed area of the slider?

Any expert here feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: calavera on Sun, 03 March 2013, 17:54:20
I got this yesterday. Honestly, it's meh. Someone referred to this as "typing on wet newspaper" and I agree.
I wasn't expecting anything but it was rather disappointing. I'll just keep this as a a back up emergency keyboard.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: 1839cc on Sun, 03 March 2013, 18:06:23
I got this yesterday. Honestly, it's meh. Someone referred to this as "typing on wet newspaper" and I agree.
I wasn't expecting anything but it was rather disappointing. I'll just keep this as a a back up emergency keyboard.

Wet newspaper and dead octopus describe MY switches.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Sun, 03 March 2013, 19:01:01
^ What he said.

MY switch is the one that people say absolutely sucks and ML is decent while not amazing.

Did you try to lube it?  Apparently it's the turning point of ML switch.  If anyone can provide a lubing guide that would be great !!!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: zoolzoo on Mon, 04 March 2013, 15:43:46
I got this yesterday. Honestly, it's meh. Someone referred to this as "typing on wet newspaper" and I agree.
I wasn't expecting anything but it was rather disappointing. I'll just keep this as a a back up emergency keyboard.

No, these are more like mini browns. Really not that bad.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: zoolzoo on Mon, 04 March 2013, 15:49:54
I'm no expert in this but I'm guessing the skinnier area (top middle) is the "slider" and the fatter area (bottom square) are the housing.  So I'd assume you just lube the exposed area of the slider?

Any expert here feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Im trying that right now. Honestly I dont think its making much of a difference at all. As far as technique I think you are right though.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Mon, 04 March 2013, 15:50:32
If anyone can provide a lubing guide that would be great !!!

Just open it up and see where all the points that rub on each other, and lube it. Not that hard. When I get mine I'll let you know. From the looks of it based on that pic, there are 4 sliders, and a spring you'll have to lube. Maybe the bottom too if you want to spend the time.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: sth on Mon, 04 March 2013, 16:29:12
I LIKED ML BEFORE IT WAS COOL
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: jwaz on Mon, 04 March 2013, 16:39:31
I LIKED ML BEFORE IT WAS COOL

it still isn't cool :cool:
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: sth on Mon, 04 March 2013, 16:42:28
I LIKED ML BEFORE IT WAS COOL

it still isn't cool :cool:
neither are those sunglasses
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Mon, 04 March 2013, 22:52:35
I'm no expert in this but I'm guessing the skinnier area (top middle) is the "slider" and the fatter area (bottom square) are the housing.  So I'd assume you just lube the exposed area of the slider?

Any expert here feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Im trying that right now. Honestly I dont think its making much of a difference at all. As far as technique I think you are right though.

So my ghetto lube method doesn't work eh?  I guess you have to do it properly and open it up  :(
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: zoolzoo on Tue, 05 March 2013, 07:04:08
I'm no expert in this but I'm guessing the skinnier area (top middle) is the "slider" and the fatter area (bottom square) are the housing.  So I'd assume you just lube the exposed area of the slider?

Any expert here feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Im trying that right now. Honestly I dont think its making much of a difference at all. As far as technique I think you are right though.

So my ghetto lube method doesn't work eh?  I guess you have to do it properly and open it up  :(

I think it works. I mean it is def getting lube down into the contact points. But I personally am not feeling much of a difference compared to the unlubed switches...maybe you will.

So I tried pulling the switch off the board, it seemed tougher than it should be...felt like i was squeezing too hard on the switch with pliers..not getting enough grip to pull it off. Bah!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: daerid on Tue, 05 March 2013, 12:50:01
well I got mine in. I must say, I really like the feel of these switches. Makes me more interested in getting my hands on a Topre short throw. Although the lack of a Windows key is really a PITA on Windows 8 :( And totally right about the lube. These things feel dry as hell.

I immediately opened it up when I got, and noticed that the tiny little daughter board with the chip seemed the right size to swap out with a teensy++. I think I just might get my hands dirty and make this little bad boy reprogrammable.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: poxeclipse on Tue, 12 March 2013, 14:39:33
I used the G84-4100 for 10 years, maybe more. They had printed legends and after a while they started to fade out. Then I got some with laser etched keycaps, which are very nice. You can find sublimated caps, last year were lots of them on eBay. I have now 6 of them, but didn't use them in the last year, after I switched to Cherry and model f. I think that lubrication does increase the quality of typing, I might do it to see how it feels.

Where to get the keycaps, any tips, search terms, models?
These guys have hundreds of G84 parts, just check their items for sale: http://www.ebay.com/itm/20-CHERRY-G84-4137TAAIT-KEYBOARDS-/281064559680?pt=PCA_Mice_Trackballs&hash=item4170c0d440.

You might get them for $5 each, like here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CHERRY-G84-4127TAAUS-G84-4137-83-KEY-REPLACEMENT-KEYBOARD-NEW-/230848010492?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35bf9d18fc. Check the price for what was already sold.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Tue, 12 March 2013, 22:23:48
My friend in the states hasn't send me my keyboard yet, huhuhuhuhuhuuuuuuu  :(

well I got mine in. I must say, I really like the feel of these switches. Makes me more interested in getting my hands on a Topre short throw. Although the lack of a Windows key is really a PITA on Windows 8 :( And totally right about the lube. These things feel dry as hell.

Ctrl + Esc = Window Key in windows 7, I'm not sure if the shortcut is still the same in windows 8 but should give it a shot  :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: metalliqaz on Tue, 12 March 2013, 22:56:31
Ctrl+Esc != windows key.  It only opens the start menu.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Tue, 12 March 2013, 23:06:37
lol ahhhhh time to use autohotkey then  :P
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: poxeclipse on Sat, 23 March 2013, 06:51:20
I used the G84-4100 for 10 years, maybe more. They had printed legends and after a while they started to fade out. Then I got some with laser etched keycaps, which are very nice. You can find sublimated caps, last year were lots of them on eBay. I have now 6 of them, but didn't use them in the last year, after I switched to Cherry and model f. I think that lubrication does increase the quality of typing, I might do it to see how it feels.

Where to get the keycaps, any tips, search terms, models?
Some full size keyboards with ML switches:
http://www.keyboardspecialists.co.uk/Shop/KBS/Product/2900/G84-5200/CherryG84-5200CompactDesktopKeyboard%22XSComplete%22.aspx
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Sat, 23 March 2013, 16:38:24
lol that look interesting, though my $16 keyboard hasn't arrive yet so I can't even tell if I like the switch or not.

Need to go hussle my friend in the US to send it quick  :(
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: zoolzoo on Mon, 25 March 2013, 12:41:07
Still loving my G84 at work. ML is a nice switch.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Wed, 27 March 2013, 23:29:30
Comming from reds and browns, the G84 is to heavy.

btw Hyde, I think the Artisan Zero mousepad is very good and you should try it out.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:07:08
Just got this in the mail.

I tried to like this board, but I don't think I can use it on a daily basis. The switch itself was not too shabby, but I can't get used to the short throw after using Blue/Brown/Buckling Spring.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:08:50
I'm using mine at work.  It looks nice and doesn't take up a lot of room.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:09:11
try to see if you can get used to it for a week maybe?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:23:54
Comming from reds and browns, the G84 is to heavy.

btw Hyde, I think the Artisan Zero mousepad is very good and you should try it out.

Lol damn it I was using brown and red before. Though I could use quiet alps from matias which is heavier so I think I might be ok.

Haha yeah I was debating to whether get artisan zero next or puretrak stealth after.  Though I have a feeling I will eventually have to try both  :D
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:40:15
The actuation force is the same with MX brown and ML.  I think both are 45 cN.
Title: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:42:18
Some of you have compared the ML switch to MX ergo-clears...I'm going to order one now :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Thu, 28 March 2013, 00:43:07
Some of you have compared the ML switch to MX ergo-clears...I'm going to order one now :)

It's a trap!
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Thu, 28 March 2013, 01:32:52
Some of you have compared the ML switch to MX ergo-clears...I'm going to order one now :)

It's a trap!

By the way, does anyone know if the keycaps are dyesub or laser etched?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Thu, 28 March 2013, 01:39:51
Think they are Doubleshots
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: davkol on Thu, 28 March 2013, 02:51:52
Nope, ML are a bit heavier.
The actuation force is the same with MX brown and ML.  I think both are 45 cN.

55cN peak force, 60 cN to bottom out. It's more or less the same, but required force grows faster and the bump is "sharper" on ML. That's why MLs feel almost like lighter clears to me. I have to smash them to bottom out—just like on clears. On the other hand, I can't type efficiently on browns (and blues) without bottoming out.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Thu, 28 March 2013, 22:33:16
Think they are Doubleshots


They're ABS caps and the legends are just printed on there. I wish they were doubleshots.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Thu, 28 March 2013, 22:34:48
Think they are Doubleshots


They're ABS caps and the legends are just printed on there. I wish they were doubleshots.

You seem to be very knowledgeable with all of this. Is there anywhere one could get replacement ML keycaps?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Fri, 29 March 2013, 00:52:00
Nope, except from other old ML boards. The stems on the bottom of the caps are completely different shape, so MX and ML caps are not interchangeable. The switches are too thin to support a plate too. So that means zero customization on caps or adding a plate.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: davkol on Fri, 29 March 2013, 02:20:19
You seem to be very knowledgeable with all of this. Is there anywhere one could get replacement ML keycaps?

I guess SP can make them.

Think they are Doubleshots


They're ABS caps and the legends are just printed on there. I wish they were doubleshots.

Which ones? Mine are lasered&filled POM.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: flizz on Fri, 29 March 2013, 03:25:37
how do they feel vs the other switch types?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Fri, 29 March 2013, 03:35:45
how do they feel vs the other switch types?

They are like if MX Clear had a baby with a bad rubber dome.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Fri, 29 March 2013, 10:47:20
They feel like browns or clears but the bump is more pernounced or stiff. It bottoms out very quick. Check out some pics if you can.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: RougeR on Fri, 29 March 2013, 12:15:01
still working on doing some ML mods, got the dremel out today :D
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Fri, 29 March 2013, 12:39:32
They feel like browns or clears but the bump is more pernounced or stiff. It bottoms out very quick. Check out some pics if you can.

You neglected to mention that it takes like 10x the amount of force to push down the buttons if you press them off-center, and the squishy, grinding feeling as they bottom out.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Wed, 03 April 2013, 23:15:46
They take about the same pressure to press it down but it is grittier
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: daerid on Wed, 03 April 2013, 23:20:30
A quick lube job should fix up the grittiness.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: TheQsanity on Wed, 03 April 2013, 23:23:25
I luubed my ergo clears, now they feel like browns...
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 04 April 2013, 06:57:24
www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USB-PS2-Grey-G84-4100-/380553840843?pt=PCA_Mice_Trackballs&hash=item589ac6c8cb

Is this the one every got off of Ebay? I just got this one in yesterday. It is interesting and cheap but on mine you can see on every key where they were cut from molding is this normal?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Thu, 04 April 2013, 09:29:37
www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USB-PS2-Grey-G84-4100-/380553840843?pt=PCA_Mice_Trackballs&hash=item589ac6c8cb

Is this the one every got off of Ebay? I just got this one in yesterday. It is interesting and cheap but on mine you can see on every key where they were cut from molding is this normal?

Yes, that is the one.
Title: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Fri, 05 April 2013, 18:08:48
I received mine today and used it at work for a few hours. At first I thought the compact format would take some time getting used to, but I was typing normally within an hour. The ML switch doesn't feel too much different than MX browns. I really like it and I haven't experienced any problems the off-center keypresses some have noted. For $16 and free shipping, this thing is a no-brainer for anyone who likes MX brown switches. The small form-factor is really nice for cramped deskspaces -- more so than I thought it would be. I'm thinking about lubing the switches, but someone mentioned that they feel completely like browns afterwards.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 07 April 2013, 22:46:42
I received mine today and used it at work for a few hours. At first I thought the compact format would take some time getting used to, but I was typing normally within an hour. The ML switch doesn't feel too much different than MX browns. I really like it and I haven't experienced any problems the off-center keypresses some have noted. For $16 and free shipping, this thing is a no-brainer for anyone who likes MX brown switches. The small form-factor is really nice for cramped deskspaces -- more so than I thought it would be. I'm thinking about lubing the switches, but someone mentioned that they feel completely like browns afterwards.

In my previous post to this thread, I replied that I couldn't get used to it. But I took it out again, after seeing how lonely it looked in the corner of my room. And guess what? I started to warm up to it. And after a couple hours, I'm loving it.

It feels great, sort of like browns but a little stiffer, maybe because it's not lubed. But anyway, it's a nice little change from the norm. And it takes up wayyyyy less space, which is quite nice also.

Overall, I'm liking it more and more. And for $15 bucks, this is a steal!

I highly recommend this board now.

I think I'll get another one for my office.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Sun, 07 April 2013, 22:51:20
So..no one else feels an increase of like 800% of the force needed to press the keys at their corners?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 07 April 2013, 22:53:06
So..no one else feels an increase of like 800% of the force needed to press the keys at their corners?

Nope not really. I think if you wear it in, the key travel gets lighter. Just my opinion, can't speak for others.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Sun, 07 April 2013, 22:55:01
So..no one else feels an increase of like 800% of the force needed to press the keys at their corners?

Nope not really. I think if you wear it in, the key travel gets lighter. Just my opinion, can't speak for others.

I'm tempted to bring mine into work and use a compression tester to determine the exact amounts of force needed to press the keys in different spots :P
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 07 April 2013, 22:58:13
So..no one else feels an increase of like 800% of the force needed to press the keys at their corners?

Nope not really. I think if you wear it in, the key travel gets lighter. Just my opinion, can't speak for others.

I'm tempted to bring mine into work and use a compression tester to determine the exact amounts of force needed to press the keys in different spots :P

This is a total darkhorse of a keyboard. I never thought I could get so much joy from such a small form factor. It actually reminds me of a shinier version of the old Thinkpad keyboards which were a dream to type on.

I just ordered another one :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Sun, 07 April 2013, 23:00:13
Yeah, I'm using it at work and love it.  I HATE how the keys feel, but love how it looks and how much more desk space I have.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 07 April 2013, 23:01:28
Oh and I forgot to mention that these have decent sized rubberized feet on the all four corners on the bottom and on the 2 flip out feet as well.

And it has num lock, numpad, scroll lock, and caps lock, with corresponding led lights which glow that old school green color and aren't as annoyingly in your face like other boards.

What more can you ask for?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Sun, 07 April 2013, 23:24:28
In my previous post to this thread, I replied that I couldn't get used to it. But I took it out again, after seeing how lonely it looked in the corner of my room. And guess what? I started to warm up to it. And after a couple hours, I'm loving it.

It feels great, sort of like browns but a little stiffer, maybe because it's not lubed. But anyway, it's a nice little change from the norm. And it takes up wayyyyy less space, which is quite nice also.

Overall, I'm liking it more and more. And for $15 bucks, this is a steal!

I highly recommend this board now.

I think I'll get another one for my office.

I'm beginning to like it more than my Leopold with browns. Now I just have to be patient for the Great Lakes meet so I can try out some clear switches...
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: aggiejy on Sun, 07 April 2013, 23:27:16
Mine feels like sandpaper, I guess I need to lube... but not sure it's worth the trouble since I'm not huge on the layout.  But the size is nice! :)
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Sun, 07 April 2013, 23:37:04
Mine feels like sandpaper, I guess I need to lube... but not sure it's worth the trouble since I'm not huge on the layout.  But the size is nice! :)

The size is crazy nice.

I was gonna get a used monitor and another cherry browns for a laptop battlestation, but this keyboard is smaller than my laptop keyboard and is the perfect size for it. So, now I can save a bunch of money and just use this keyboard with my laptop.

Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Mon, 08 April 2013, 23:08:52
Keymaster's Keyboard Journal

Day 3
For reasons unbeknownst to me, I am succumbing to the dark side of the ML switch. It speaks to me. It wants me to spread its divine teachings to the far reaching corners of cyberspace.

Day 4
En Taro Cherry ML! The void hungers for followers...
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Mon, 08 April 2013, 23:17:33
How do I lube Cherry ML?
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Mon, 08 April 2013, 23:38:36
How do I lube Cherry ML?

From what I've gathered in this thread is that you have to open the switch and lube the 4 sides of the switch where it connect with the slider groove (front, back, left, right).  Though you might be able to get away without opening it but you have to lube the 4 sides of the slider from outside and hopefully the lube will be able to get into it.

Refer to page 3 or so for better instructions lol.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: morpheus on Tue, 09 April 2013, 00:02:00
How do I lube Cherry ML?

I think this user is from Geek Hack...he just uploaded a nice video review and instructions on how to lube...

Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: PointyFox on Tue, 09 April 2013, 20:52:45
I dislike how the keys register after the bump and resistance starts to go up again.  It makes the bumps useless as feedback.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: davkol on Tue, 09 April 2013, 23:07:00
wat?

That's exactly why I like ML/clears—never bottom out. Blues on the other hand...
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Tue, 09 April 2013, 23:29:37
What type of lube do you guys use?  I tried white lithium grease on my other keyboards but I find it gets a bit messy also it looks like it dries up eventually.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: keymaster on Wed, 10 April 2013, 00:05:25
How do I lube Cherry ML?

I think this user is from Geek Hack...he just uploaded a nice video review and instructions on how to lube...


Awesome video review by WFD as usual. I really like the "scratchiness" of the ML switch, though. I also happen to like browns, so that may explain why. I'd describe the resistance of the switch more as being "muddy" rather than "scratchy". The sound of the switch is also nice. It sounds a little like MX clears, at least from what I've heard in videos of MX clears.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Wed, 10 April 2013, 01:32:09
Yes, that would be my video. I gave it an honest ~4 of usage and I just can't come to like it. I was going to post that video on here but ever since I neglected that keyboard, I didn't bother lol. I guess morpheus found it instead.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Findecanor on Wed, 10 April 2013, 10:54:53
I find Cherry ML to be like scissor switches except worse.. Frictiony, too much force when pressed all the way down, binds on off-centre key presses, not dampened on the bottom.

The only things that the Cherry ML have going for it is that the switches are discrete and that the pin layout is so that it can be mounted on a stripboard.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: dante on Wed, 10 April 2013, 11:54:52
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USBPS2-Grey-G844100-/380553840843

^ "More than 10 available / 165 sold"

Did this person hijack a shipment?

Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Jamesbeat on Wed, 10 April 2013, 17:14:53
I think it's a real shame that these switches aren't pin compatible with MX's.
There are a lot of nice tiny boards out there that would have been perfect to transplant browns into...
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: zoolzoo on Thu, 11 April 2013, 19:04:43
So..no one else feels an increase of like 800% of the force needed to press the keys at their corners?

Dont press there.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: nar on Fri, 12 April 2013, 03:56:19
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USBPS2-Grey-G844100-/380553840843

^ "More than 10 available / 165 sold"

Did this person hijack a shipment?



Free shipping for US
$30 for Canada =_=
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 16 April 2013, 14:56:09
Since my other three boards were sent back to the retailers i bought them from  I've been using my G84-4100 all day today.

It isn't as bad as I expected for a $15 keyboard and the smaller layout has not really hindered my typing like I thought it might.

The space bar sounds weird and the home key kind of sticks.

Now I've got to find another board to try.....
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: dante on Tue, 16 April 2013, 15:03:33
I've been using mine for a couple days now and love it.  I've been trying to figure out how I can get a better layout though.  For a quick fix I think I am going to get a programmable numberpad (G84-4700) and popping off/rearranging keys across the two to make some sort of frankenstein tenkeyless.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Hyde on Tue, 16 April 2013, 23:54:50
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USBPS2-Grey-G844100-/380553840843

^ "More than 10 available / 165 sold"

Did this person hijack a shipment?



Free shipping for US
$30 for Canada =_=

NOW they ship international?  Really?  When I bought it they only ship to US and now I have to wait forever for my friend to proxy it to me.  If only I waited I probably would've got it sooner  =______=

<--  Still waiting on my US friend to ship me the keyboard, sighhhhhhh
Title: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: Halverson on Wed, 17 April 2013, 00:00:46
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cherry-Slimline-Keyboard-83-Keys-USBPS2-Grey-G844100-/380553840843

^ "More than 10 available / 165 sold"

Did this person hijack a shipment?



Free shipping for US
$30 for Canada =_=

NOW they ship international?  Really?  When I bought it they only ship to US and now I have to wait forever for my friend to proxy it to me.  If only I waited I probably would've got it sooner  =______=

<--  Still waiting on my US friend to ship me the keyboard, sighhhhhhh

Hehe me too mang :)
But patience is a virtue, especially things found via GH.
Title: Re: Why no love for Cherry ML Switch?
Post by: geminimech on Wed, 17 April 2013, 13:49:16
So..no one else feels an increase of like 800% of the force needed to press the keys at their corners?

I don't hit the keys on the corners, so I have to try to have this problem like I suspect most people who dog on this board do.  Like licking a canker sore even though you know it's only going to cause you pain.

I can see the problem if it cost you 50-80 dollars, but at 16 bucks you really have to be jaded to take issue with it.  I'm used to a Choc Mini layout so that aspect doesn't bother me, and I really need to stop being lazy and lube the switches.  Bottom line, it's an awesome budget travel board for mechanical lovers, and one stays in my computer bag.